Associate Degree in Nursing

Chaffey College, Nursing Student

ADN Pinning Ceremony Fall 2021

ADN Program Graduates, 2021

Chaffey College, Nursing Students

ADN Program Graduates, 2022

Chaffey College Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program was founded in 1957. It was one of the five original Associate Degree in Nursing programs established in the State of California. At the end of five years, it was proven that nursing education could be provided in the community college setting. Chaffey College, as well as the other four colleges, received accreditation from the state. Twenty students were admitted into the first class and eleven graduated in 1959 with an Associate Degree in Nursing. Chaffey has graduated more than 2,000 students with their Associate Degree in Nursing which allows the student to sit for the licensure examination to become an RN. The graduates from the ADN program work all over the United States and internationally. Chaffey is proud of the nurses it has trained, many of whom continue their education obtaining advanced degrees. Chaffey College is a respected leader in ADN nursing education.

Simply click on the following informational tiles to begin your path towards a successful nursing career!

Notice:

The ADN program accepts applications twice a year:

September – for a January start.
March – for an August start.

CSUSB Dual Enrollment Applicants:

Applications are only accepted in March for an August start.

Chaffey College ADN Information Session Fall 2025 PowerPoint

Information Sessions and attendance will not be recorded. Students are highly encouraged to attend an Information Session to learn more about Chaffey’s ADN Program. Topics include: accreditation information, NCLEX pass rates, employment outlook, program pre-requisites, multi criteria screening and selection process, program costs, curriculum, weekly schedule and much more! There will be an opportunity for questions during our Q&A towards the end of the session.

Date	Time	Registration Link	Location
Wednesday, July 29, 2026	10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.	Zoom Registration Link	Zoom
Monday, August 24, 2026	11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.	Zoom Registration Link	Zoom
Monday, September 14, 2026	10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.	Zoom Registration Link	Zoom
Monday, November 9, 2026	2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.	Zoom Registration Link	Zoom
Tuesday, December 1, 2026	1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.	Registration Link Coming Soon!	In-Person, HS-143

Next Steps After the Information Session

Thank you for attending the information session! Here are simple steps to help you get ready to apply for the ADN program.

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Check your prerequisite classes and grades

Make sure you have taken (or are planning to take) the right classes by reviewing the program’s prerequisites.
Check that you meet the minimum GPA requirements.
- The minimum science GPA requirements (BIOL 20 Anatomy, BIOL 22 Physiology, BIOL 23/23L Microbiology) must be 2.80 or higher.
- The minimum GPA for fixed set of general education classes must be 3.00 or higher.

Meet with a Chaffey College Counselor

Arrange an appointment with a Chaffey College Counselor to complete an educational plan, review classes completed at other colleges, and answer any questions that you may have regarding your classes or the ADN application process.

Prepare your ADN Application

Use the ADN application checklist to organize your documents.
Attend an ADN Application Workshop to learn how to apply.
Fill out the ADN Multi Criteria Evaluation Request Form during the evaluation period.

ATI TEAS Testing Information

The ADN program requires the ATI TEAS exam with a passing score of 62% or higher.
Plan ahead to prepare for this important test. Utilize TEAS study resources at ATI TEAS Prep or other resources.

Know Important Dates

Applications open:
- September 1 – 30 for the spring term (starts in January)
- March 1 – 31 for the fall term (starts in August)
CSUSB Dual Enrollment Applicants:
- March 1 – 31 for the fall term (starts in August)

Student Support Resources

Contact Academic and Career Counseling: Counselors can also assist with answering your questions about program prerequisites, the application process and forms, or other healthcare career pathways.
Review the ADN program cost below and check financial aid options if needed.
- ADN Program Costs (Traditional/Generic) (.PDF)
- ADN Program Costs (Advanced Placement/LVN-to-RN) (.PDF)

For more assistance, please visit the Chaffey College’s Financial Aid website.

ADN Application Workshops

Topics include: ADN prerequisite requirements, review of the ADN multi criteria screening and selection process, preparation of required application documents, ATI TEAS information, application instructions, frequently asked questions, and much more! There will be an opportunity for questions during our Q&A towards the end of the session.

Date	Time	Registration Link	Location
Thursday, July 30, 2026	11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.	Zoom Registration Link	Zoom
Thursday, August 6, 2026	12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.	Zoom Registration Link	Zoom
Thursday, September 17, 2026	12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.	Zoom Registration Link	Zoom

Information Sessions/Workshops Reminders:

Zoom meetings will close 10 minutes after start time. Please arrive on time.
Information Sessions/Workshops dates and times are subject to change.
Information Sessions/Workshops are open to the public.
Individual questions regarding transcripts, equivalency of coursework, units, etc., will not be answered during the presentations.

Verify accreditation

Public Notification of Accreditation

The Chaffey College Associate Degree Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). ACEN provides specialized accreditation for nursing education programs and is recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Accreditation Status: Continuing Accreditation
Most Recent Site Visit: September 2025
Next Site Visit: Fall 2033

Additional information regarding Chaffey College's accreditation status is available on the ACEN program page.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc.
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
404-975-5000
ACEN Website

The Chaffey College Associate Degree Nursing program is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) as a prelicensure associate degree nursing program. The BRN is a state agency responsible for approving and overseeing prelicensure registered nursing programs in California to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Program Status: Approved
Most Recent Site Visit: September 2025
Next Site Visit: Fall 2033

Chaffey College's program approval can be verified on the BRN's Pre-Licensure RN Programs page.

California Board of Registered Nursing
1747 N. Market Blvd., Suite 150
Sacramento, CA 95834-1924
916-322-3350
BRN Website

Graduates of the Chaffey College Associate Degree Nursing program are eligible to apply for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Upon successful completion of the examination and fulfillment of all California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) requirements, graduates may become licensed as Registered Nurses in California. Completion of the nursing program does not guarantee licensure.

Chaffey College NCLEX-RN results are available on the BRN's NCLEX-RN Pass Rates page.

Information regarding licensure requirements, the application process, and reporting of discipline or convictions is available through the Applicant FAQs and Reporting Discipline & Convictions resources on the BRN website.